In the past century, facelift procedures and cosmetics have become the most common ways to enhance beauty. However, some cosmetics contain harmful ingredients. Plasticsurgeryguide.com believes it is important for all consumers to know which ingredients to watch out for while shopping for cosmetics. … [Read more...]
The other day I felt such a feeling of frustration. I'm continuously telling my girls that if they want something in life be it today or tomorrow they have to go out and get it. "Ask for it! You want something? Ask. Don't just wish for what you want because as Mammy from 'Gone with the Wind' said, "Wishin' ain't gettin'." As a child who never asked for what they wanted, just wished and hoped for mind-reading, and always felt dissatisfied I have turned into an adult who is always working to change this type of attitude and behavior. So many of us don't and I see it everyday. Dissatisfied with jobs, marriages, friendships and our bodies. Yet we just continue to plod on in our old behavior, wishing for a miraculous change. Newsflash! Life is what YOU make of it. The following is from an … [Read more...]
One of my grandmother's passions was music. She also loved the color purple. Lilacs, lavender were a particular favorite. Her bedroom was always done up in these shades. As I was packing for the trip up north to Rhode Island last week I wanted to find small ways to honor her while we were there. It didn't take long for me to parlay one of my loves- nail polish into one of those ways. … [Read more...]
This isn't my dress exactly but it is very similar to what I will be wearing to the first party at Mom 2.0 in a few days. It's simple, versatile (all the accessories can go with other outfits) and works for the event. I can't wait to be strolling in the white sands and sipping a cocktail by the sea. … [Read more...]
What breast shape do I have? According to experts, nearly 80 percent of women wear the wrong size bra. If you’ve ever wondered what a great-fitting bra feels like, shopping for a nursing bra can be the best time to find that perfect-fitting one. And, good news for soon-to-be moms! Nursing bras are no longer the boring choice of black or white. Today’s stores carry nursing bras that are fashionable and functional. … [Read more...]
Attention Earthlings: It's time once again for that annual celebration of all things green. Earth Day is nearly upon us and, while many people offer advice on being kind to Mother Earth, too many of these tips don't quite coincide with frugal lifestyles. In an effort to dovetail these two purposes, we offer 22 budget-friendly ways to go green in honor of April 22. 1. Sign up for the "no solicitation" registry. That way, you can avoid getting credit card offers and other ads which will reduce paper clutter and save trees. 2. Shop online to reduce your carbon footprint and save money. According to a study by Carnegie Melon's Green Institute, shopping online reduced carbon emissions by 35 percent. The abundance of online coupons from such sites as FreeShipping.org makes this green … [Read more...]
I was going to make this a series of pictures commemorate my grandmother, my Memere. She passed away this week at the age of 92. It was going to be part of Wordless Wednesday. Obviously I failed. … [Read more...]
This post could have easily been called "Inspirational Runs" or "Running & Crying But in a Totally Good Way." Twice last week I went out for a training run ended up having something beyond a runner's high. … [Read more...]
Who made the cut this week? Find out on MPR's Dig/Don't Dig with me, Vicky! … [Read more...]
100 hundred years ago today the Titanic set sail on its maiden voyage. … [Read more...]